SRINAGAR: Jammu and Kashmir Minister for Tribal Affairs Javed Ahmed Rana has stressed that all eligible tribal communities must receive the benefits and entitlements guaranteed under the Forest Rights Act (FRA).
Chairing a review meeting at the Civil Secretariat in Jammu, Rana called for coordinated efforts among the departments concerned and field-level functionaries to facilitate implementation of the legislation and address issues affecting the process.
He emphasised the need for effective coordination to ensure that eligible beneficiaries are able to access their entitlements under the Act.
The meeting also reviewed the functioning of Gujjar and Bakerwal hostels, tribal welfare initiatives and the progress of projects being executed by the Tribal Affairs Department.
Officials also reviewed the broader aspects of tribal welfare, educational advancement and socio-economic empowerment, with a focus on strengthening institutional facilities and ensuring effective delivery of government initiatives.
The meeting was attended by the Director, Tribal Affairs Department; Secretary, J&K State Advisory Board for Gujjar and Bakerwals; Joint Director (Planning), Tribal Affairs Department; Nodal Officer, Tribal Research Institute; and Deputy Director, Tribal Affairs, Jammu.
